Field Training and Development Supervisor

American YouthWorks•Austin, TX

15d•$22 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The The Conservation and Disaster Field and Training Supervisor I Provide direct supervision, training, development, and logistical support to crews of AmeriCorps members during their term of service. They provide oversight of field operations for conservation and disaster response services while focusing on risk management and the successful completion of project objectives.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED and completion of a two-year vocational program related to the specified field of study and two years of the specified work experience; OR 30 hours towards a bachelor’s degree with at least 6 hours (equals 1 year) in the specified or related field of study and 3 years of the specified work experience.
Microsoft Office applications, i.e. Word; Excel; Access; Google docs and Sheets
Trail building and habitat restoration experience
Mechanical and basic tool knowledge, including use of a chainsaw
CPR/Wilderness First Aid
Herbicide use
Team-based coordination and logistics
Lead teams and develop leaders
Good problem solving and logistical skills
Conflict resolution skills
Basic computer skills
Operate passenger van, truck with trailer and other heavy equipment
Chainsaw operation
GPS/GIS
Carpentry
Small engine maintenance
Project management
Project partner relations
Operate in diverse community settings
Able to provide mentorship under stressful conditions
Conservation and trail building
Building and maintenance of park infrastructure
Habitat restoration
Invasive species removal
Wildfire mitigation
Disaster response
Safe tool use
Attention to detail and accuracy
Well-organized
Cooperative, patient and willing to assist others
Open and honest personality
Flexible under pressure
Good decision maker
Able to build consensus
Flexible problem-solving in the field
Presents a positive role model for Corps members that supports respect for the learner, for diversity, and for the mission of AYW.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in related field
CPR / First Aid / WFR Certification
Herbicide Applicator
Wildland Fire Training
ICS Training
S212 or equivalent training
One to Three years of previous related experience in conservation and restoration programs
Prior experience leading and teaching a team or supervising
Familiarity with AmeriCorps or public service, and reporting measurements, working with contracts, audit requests, compliance, and member coordination
Experience working with young adults and academically and socially at-risk opportunity youth, ages 18-28, with a variety of lifestyles, behaviors, cultural and spiritual practices

Responsibilities

Manage projects according to partner expectations and AYW standards;
Project Partner Liaison
Coordinate project logistics;
Communicate in a timely and professional manner with project partners to maintain project quality, timelines, and goals;
Conduct frequent site visits to ensure successful project outcomes;
Purchase supplies needed for project work and coordinate with AYW’s accounting team to properly document expenses according to required timelines;
Train and supervise AmeriCorps members;
Assist with the planning and implementation of Crew Leader and Crew Member orientations;
Conduct ongoing training for AmeriCorps members throughout their term, both on project sites and at the program’s office location. Train and lead AmeriCorps members in conservation projects, disaster response activities, risk management, and safety standards on site;
Cultivate a positive member experience through one-on-one support, team-building and leadership development;
Support positive mental and emotional health of members through one-on-one and group check-ins, providing resource referral and programmatic accommodations and adaptations;
Handle conflict management and enforce disciplinary measures as necessary with Crew Leaders and Crew Members in accordance with program policies and procedures;
Assist in required performance evaluations of AmeriCorps members;
Transport members to enrollment and service activities as required by program guidelines;
Complete and maintain timely and accurate project documentation;
Enter All Project Logs into Database System Weekly
Store project related documents in shared electronic files, including project logs, billing notes, purchase receipts, personnel forms, incident reporting, and member performance documents;
Manage field metrics and expense data for grant reporting;
Maintain up-to-date trail, chainsaw, and disaster deployment expertise, seek out relevant continuing education opportunities;
Maintain facility, chainsaw shop, tools, gear, and program vehicles to support overall programmatic goals and project needs;
Set up, manage, and track vendor accounts;
Establish maintenance protocols with members and leaders;
Participate in interviewing/selecting potential AmeriCorps members in collaboration with the Recruitment & Outreach Coordinator;
Assist and support disaster deployments on the ground and as needed in coordination with the Field and Training Conservation and Disaster Manager;
Leading activities and ensuring safety on volunteer projects in coordination with public and private entities;
Attend weekly staff meetings and other team meetings as required;
Other duties as assigned.